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**krish2778** · 11-16-2012, 11:01 AM

Steel braided brake lines help in increasing the breaking efficiency by a noticeable level. It help in preventing the collapsing of brake line under hard breaking(which can happen in ordinary disc brake lines) and also makes the braking much more smooth.

presently the only bikes which have steel braided brake lines is Pulsar 220F(front brake line only), KTM Duke (Both front and rear).

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

Originally posted by vivek.m View Post

I couldn't have expected a better reply.
I was one of those guys who grew with the belief of applying rear brakes first in any scenario attitude and it took me quite a while to change the habit. I will be practising more on this everyday. Luckily for me most of the roads near my home are deserted in the afternoons and evenings.

I totally agree with you regarding the chassis and the confidence it instills in you. Also, can you throw some more light on the steel braided brake liners? I have not heard about them before so information on cost and whether it voids the warranty would be helpful.

Once again, thanks for the beautiful explanation. As precise as it can get!!

**vivek.m** · 11-16-2012, 11:25 AM

Originally posted by krish2778 View Post

Steel braided brake lines help in increasing the breaking efficiency by a noticeable level. It help in preventing the collapsing of brake line under hard breaking(which can happen in ordinary disc brake lines) and also makes the braking much more smooth.

presently the only bikes which have steel braided brake lines is Pulsar 220F(front brake line only), KTM Duke (Both front and rear).

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

So my next questions is, can the duke or 220 be a direct fit on the 200 NS? Or it doesn't depend on the bike? Damn, bikes should have different versions based on the necessity of the rider. I wouldn't mind spending another 20k on better brakes, ABS, auto indicator off system and projector head lamps. Wait, instead of that I could have gone for a Ninja 250

**csajal** · 11-16-2012, 11:26 AM

Originally posted by vivek.m View Post

I couldn't have expected a better reply.
I was one of those guys who grew with the belief of applying rear brakes first in any scenario attitude and it took me quite a while to change the habit. I will be practising more on this everyday. Luckily for me most of the roads near my home are deserted in the afternoons and evenings.

I totally agree with you regarding the chassis and the confidence it instills in you. Also, can you throw some more light on the steel braided brake liners? I have not heard about them before so information on cost and whether it voids the warranty would be helpful.

Once again, thanks for the beautiful explanation. As precise as it can get!!

The rubber brake lines tend to expand under pressure (say during panic for instance) and therefore the required hydraulic pressure is not created which might make the difference. Steel Braided lines do not expand and the hydraulic pressure created is much higher as compared to the normal rubber brake lines (though steel brake lines also expand but with a very very negligible margin). So, automatically with Steel braided lines, the bite from the brake setup is quite strong.

Changing to steel braided lines won't void your warranty, if anyone at the SVC says so, that's simply bull crap and nothing less. The cost for good pair of steel braided line (front and rear) would be somewhere in the range of 700 - 1000 bucks. This is how the steel braided front brake line looks on my NS

Remember that it's of paramount importance that the fitment of the brake lines are done by a specialist because braking needs very fine calibration and immense temperament to calibrate as the margin of error is too small here.

**mayank.travadi** · 11-16-2012, 11:33 AM

what is th difference between oil filer and oil strainer?
does the NS have both of them???

is ol strainer supposed to be cleaned or replaced like the oil filter?

**krish2778** · 11-16-2012, 11:45 AM

the front brake line of 220 might be a tad too long for the NS, i think this has already been discussed here in this thread, do use the search option you might find the posts, also, you can enquire at the PBK and compare the length of the both and decide whether to upgrade or not. And honestly, 200NS has a very much awesome bite , on par to the fz and r15 disks, i hear that only duke has better brakes. So just the braided brake lines should do the job.

Cheers
Ride Safe
Krishna

Originally posted by vivek.m View Post

So my next questions is, can the duke or 220 be a direct fit on the 200 NS? Or it doesn't depend on the bike? Damn, bikes should have different versions based on the necessity of the rider. I wouldn't mind spending another 20k on better brakes, ABS, auto indicator off system and projector head lamps. Wait, instead of that I could have gone for a Ninja 250

**vivek.m** · 11-16-2012, 11:48 AM

Originally posted by csajal View Post

The rubber brake lines tend to expand under pressure (say during panic for instance) and therefore the required hydraulic pressure is not created which might make the difference. Steel Braided lines do not expand and the hydraulic pressure created is much higher as compared to the normal rubber brake lines (though steel brake lines also expand but with a very very negligible margin). So, automatically with Steel braided lines, the bite from the brake setup is quite strong.

Changing to steel braided lines won't void your warranty, if anyone at the SVC says so, that's simply bull crap and nothing less. The cost for good pair of steel braided line (front and rear) would be somewhere in the range of 700 - 1000 bucks. This is how the steel braided front brake line looks on my NS

Remember that it's of paramount importance that the fitment of the brake lines are done by a specialist because braking needs very fine calibration and immense temperament to calibrate as the margin of error is too small here.

Great 1000 bucks or 2000 bucks for added safety is not a problem but the last line in your comment could be an issue. I will check with SVC whether they are willing to do it for me. I cannot think of other mechanics working on my NS. Or a trip to Gurgaon should also be fun

I almost forgot your steed looks handsome!! Also, I noticed the roads are much better than what I see here in Bangalore. Is it a NH or SH or local road?

**mayank.travadi** · 11-16-2012, 12:28 PM

Planning to get my first service done tommorow

i have writen down on a piece of paper what all work is to be done from the manual

i intend to stand there and get the bike serviced before me but is it fine to keep interacting with the mechanic while he is servicing and ask him what is done and did u do this n stuff??

want to get the best job done for my bike but i also dont want to bug the mechanic so much that he doesnt do the work properly

and any idea what is the estimated time in which the service is completed?

**vinais** · 11-16-2012, 12:34 PM

Guys booked a black 200ns yesterday, and planning to immediately switch to Sport Demons.

Just wanted to check from someone who swapped the tyres with PSD's about a good dealer in THane/Central line and also whether both tyres should be swapped or just the rear one?

**mayank.travadi** · 11-16-2012, 12:43 PM

Originally posted by vinais View Post

Guys booked a black 200ns yesterday, and planning to immediately switch to Sport Demons.

Just wanted to check from someone who swapped the tyres with PSD's about a good dealer in THane/Central line and also whether both tyres should be swapped or just the rear one?

you can swap it immediately to get best exchange price

swapping the rear tyre is more than enough for more grip(with little accelertion sacrifice)

but if u want you can swap the front too but its not much necessary

**csajal** · 11-16-2012, 01:36 PM

Originally posted by vivek.m View Post

Great 1000 bucks or 2000 bucks for added safety is not a problem but the last line in your comment could be an issue. I will check with SVC whether they are willing to do it for me. I cannot think of other mechanics working on my NS. Or a trip to Gurgaon should also be fun

I almost forgot your steed looks handsome!! Also, I noticed the roads are much better than what I see here in Bangalore. Is it a NH or SH or local road?

Thanks man!! That's the Gurgaon-Fariabad connecting road (more of a SH). That's a good place to do some road testing and photography. During weekends, a lot of SBK riders are seen over here doing meditation on two wheels

**berudulom** · 11-16-2012, 01:43 PM

My Bike after removing saree and mud guard.... its stupid but its cool...

also changed my pilot lights.. Makes it look mean and evil... Hail MEGATRON.

**vivek.m** · 11-16-2012, 01:55 PM

Originally posted by csajal View Post

Thanks man!! That's the Gurgaon-Fariabad connecting road (more of a SH). That's a good place to do some road testing and photography. During weekends, a lot of SBK riders are seen over here doing meditation on two wheels

Wow! that is one of the better SH I have seen. Yes, the road looks ideal for photography and regarding mediation, I have no comments

Originally posted by berudulom View Post

My Bike after removing saree and mud guard.... its stupid but its cool...

also changed my pilot lights.. Makes it look mean and evil... Hail MEGATRON.
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Hmmm.. the sari guard I understand but why remove both the mud guards? Will it not spoil the fit and finish of the underpart of the tail? (because of mud and muck)
Also, you will be a nightmare for fellow riders who are following you. Here in Bangalore, people might even catch hold of you and trash you. I have seen it happen once for a guy on Rx-100 (hope you are not from Bangalore).

**ABHISHEK_P200NS** · 11-16-2012, 02:59 PM

Could anybody from Mumbai please tell me where I can take my Bumblebee for 1st service?
Its kind of urgent because servicing is due this weekend only.

Also please let me know if anybody had any exp. from Sai service - Borivali East?

I live in Mira road area, but afraid of Suryoday bajaj service center.

**tejas1509** · 11-16-2012, 02:59 PM

Originally posted by mayank.travadi View Post

Planning to get my first service done tommorow

i have writen down on a piece of paper what all work is to be done from the manual

i intend to stand there and get the bike serviced before me but is it fine to keep interacting with the mechanic while he is servicing and ask him what is done and did u do this n stuff??

want to get the best job done for my bike but i also dont want to bug the mechanic so much that he doesnt do the work properly

and any idea what is the estimated time in which the service is completed?

Hey Mayank, could you please share the list here (or PM me) ?
Also request you to share your experience at SVC (once done)
TIA.

**vivek.m** · 11-16-2012, 03:17 PM

Hi guys, tomorrow being a saturday and me being one of the lucky guys working 5 day week. I was planning to do some shopping for my silent assassin. Things I am looking to buy are more maintenance oriented. Anyways, I am looking at the following things. Can you good people suggest the best brands and where to buy (if possible)

1. A decent wax polish.
2. I am currently using Amway car liquid to wash the bike. Any other suggestions?
3. Chain lube. Brand and type?
4. do you recommend any things else to keep the bike clean and dust free.
5. What is your opinion on 3M coating for the bike.

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